Available to: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (no prior experience necessary)

Description:

This entry-level course is designed for students with a female vocal range (soprano or alto) interested in learning to sing in a chorus (large group). Students will learn proper vocal technique, how to sing on pitch and blend their voices with others, and how to read and perform written sheet music.  The chorus will sing music from a variety of different styles, genres, and time periods.  Assignments and assessments include a combination of performance-based and written work.  Students will perform in one after-school concert each semester.  

Official Course Name and Number: 946101R RS1 Beginning Chorus Treble Voice

Available to: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 (no prior experience necessary)

Description:

This entry-level course is designed for students with a male vocal range (bass or tenor) interested in learning to sing in a chorus (large group). Students will learn proper vocal technique, how to sing on pitch and blend their voices with others, and how to read and perform written sheet music.  The chorus will sing music from a variety of different styles, genres, and time periods.  Assignments and assessments include a combination of performance-based and written work.  Students will perform in one after-school concert each semester.  

Official Course Name and Number: 936101R RS1 Beginning Chorus Bass Voice

Available to: Grade 9 (audition required), 10, 11, 12 (teacher recommendation required)

Description:

In this course, students will further develop their vocal skills and theoretical musical knowledge. Students will gain greater independence as singers, performing three- and four-part musical repertoire from a variety of different styles, genres, and time periods.  Ear training, sight-reading, and vocal technique will be strongly emphasized. Assignments and assessments include a combination of performance-based and written work.  Students will perform in one after-school concert each semester, as well as additional out-of-school opportunities and field trips.  

Official Course Name and Number: 959101R RS1 Intermediate Mix Chorus

Available to: Grade 10, 11, 12 (teacher recommendation required)

Description:

This year-long course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to continue to analyze music and make informed judgments on the basis of form, content, and technique creativity. Emphasis is placed on the ability to describe the characteristics of music from various cultures and traditions. Honors credit may be earned with extra classroom responsibilities, performance opportunities, increased music theory instruction, and/or other opportunities at director discretion. As a prerequisite to take this course, a student must have Teacher Recommendation based on audition. 

Official Course Name and Number: 953101H HS1 Chamber Singers